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Q. Although the equatorial regions have the highest annual average temperatures, the salinity in the oceans is highest near the tropics because: 1. equatorial areas receive heavy rainfall 2. salinity is not affected by temperature 3. equatorial oceans experience a lot of turbulenees 4. high relative humidity in equatorial areas checks evaporation

A
1, 3 and 4
B
1, 2 and 4
C
1 and 3
D
1 and 4

Correct Answer

1, 2 and 4

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